FAQs
Who Has to Register?
All individuals on the racecourse must be registered.
What Is a Team?
The deadline to join a team is November 16th at midnight.
A team is a way for groups of people to celebrate together during race night. When registering, participants may choose to join a team or create a new one. Choose to honor a cancer survivor, or special moment. Share your team name with others and encourage them to join. Teams may also choose to raise donations for Miles Perret prior to race night.
The largest team, and the team that raises the most donations will receive special awards at the Awards Ceremony.
Do Teams Have to Walk/Run Together?
Team members are not required to run together, since everyone is timed separately. Participants will be separated into 6 waves at the start line, according to the finish time they provided during registration. However, team members are welcome to select the same finish time at registration, or gather in the same wave in order to run/walk together.
What is a Wave?
Waves are sections of participants lined up at the start line, in order from fastest finish time to slowest finish time. There are 6 waves, with those who have strollers or plan to walk being encouraged to use the last two waves. Each wave will start the race in 30 second intervals to keep everyone safely spaced out along the racecourse.
What Do You Mean by Gleaux?
"Gleaux” means things that glow-in-the-dark and blink. Every registration comes with glow sticks and a light up ring (while supplies last). The Gleaux Shop is stocked with additional items for purchase to help us light up the night sky.
What is the Afterglow Party?
The Afterglow Party takes place in Town Square, River Ranch, immediately after the race. As participants cross the finish line, they will walk through the City Club tunnel into a grassy area where we will dance, eat, drink, and celebrate the impact we can have when we come together. The event will feature a live DJ, with awards following at 8:00pm.
Am I Allowed to Pick Up My Friend’s Packet?
Participants ARE allowed to pick up packets for other participants.
Are Dogs, Roller Skates, Skateboards, or Bikes Allowed on the Course?
Please leave anything with four legs or wheels (besides strollers and wheelchairs) at home. Our insurance does not allow us to permit these on the racecourse.
Are Strollers Allowed?
Yes, we will place all participants with strollers in Wave 6. Any child riding in a stroller should be a registered participant for safety purposes.
Can I Participate in Both the 1 Mile and the 5k Events?
Yes, every registration is valid for both races.
Can My Friends and Family Watch the Race?
Absolutely. We welcome your friends and family members to come out and cheer for you along the racecourse. The Afterglow Party in Town Square is open to the public, and food & drink wristbands are available for $7. A wristband is included with every registration.
Do You Have to be an Experienced Runner to Participate?
This race is great for everyone, from the first time walker/ runner to the competitive runner. It is a fun, family event designed for people of all ages and conditions to be able to complete the course at their own pace. Three water stations will be provided along the route for you to stop and catch your breath if needed. All registered participants can choose to participate in the 1 Mile Fun Run beginning at 6:05pm.
Where Do I Line Up for Each Race?
The 1 Mile Fun Run begins at 6:05pm. The start line for the 1 Mile Fun Run is at the intersection of Stonemont Rd and Camellia Blvd, facing NW towards Johnston St. Participants should plan to use Stonemont Rd to get from Town Square to the start line.
The 5k Gleaux Run begins at 6:35pm. The start line for the 5k Gleaux Run is over the tunnel in front of City Club, River Ranch, facing NW towards Johnston St. Participants should plan to use Silverstone Rd to get from Town Square to the start line.
Participants for the 5k Gleaux Run will be divided into 6 waves at the start line. Participants with strollers and those who plan to walk will be placed in waves 5 and 6.
How Will My Run/Walk Time be Recorded?
Each participant will be given a bib. The bib contains two key features:
1. A timing chip. The timing chip communicates with sensors along the racecourse that track your pace. To ensure accurate timing, please do not obstruct your bib or timing chip during the race.
2. A QR code. The QR code can be scanned with the camera of a smartphone to display your individual results after the race.
Where Can I Park?
Parking is available in the following places:
- Along the streets in and around River Ranch
- In parking lots of businesses that have closed
- Silverstone Parking Garage
**The City Club Parking lot is open ONLY to City Club members. Towing will be enforced.**
Please keep in mind that Camellia Blvd will be closed from cross street Silverstone to Eastland from 5:30pm-8:30pm.
What Happens if it Rains?
This event will occur rain or shine. We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances. In that event, there will be no refunds; rather, your entry fee will be used as a donation to Miles Perret Cancer Services. Thank you for supporting families fighting cancer in Acadiana.
What is the Extra Mile Bib?
For those who want to contribute beyond the registration fee, there is a special way for you to help families in Acadiana fighting cancer. A $25 donation with your registration provides a colorful bib to recognize your generosity in Going the Extra Mile for our neighbors. The donation will help purchase wigs, nutritional supplements, medical supplies, and more, which Miles Perret Cancer Services provides to families at no charge.
What is the Kids Zone?
The Kids Zone is a fun area intended for ages 12 and under. Activities include crafts, games, face painting, and more! The Kids Zone opens at 5:00pm. All children need a wristband to participate in Kid Zone activities. Wristbands are $5 each and can be purchased in advance at Packet Pickup or at the Information Tent in Town Square.
What Time Do the Roads Close?
Camellia Boulevard, from Silverstone Road to Eastland Drive, will be closed from 5:30pm to 8:30pm.
Will Water be Provided Along the Course?
Yes, three water stations will be provided along the course. (1 mile, 2 mile & finish line)
If I Registered and Cannot Attend, Can I Receive a Refund?
Since this is a charitable fundraising event, registration fees are non-refundable. If you cannot attend, please select one of the following options:
- Pick up your race packet during Packet Pickup to receive your T-Shirt and gleaux gear, or stop by the MPCS Office at 2130 Kaliste Saloom Road the week after the race.
- Transfer your race registration to another individual. You will need to contact us by Friday, November 21st for this option.
- Contact MPCS prior to race night to request that your registration fee be converted to a donation. We will be happy to send you a tax acknowledgement letter to confirm the donation.
What Comes With Registration?
Every registration includes:
- Entry to the 5k Gleaux Run and 1 Mile Fun Run
- Gleaux Gear
- Camellia Crossing t-shirt with gleaux in the dark ink
- Food and drink wristband to be redeemed at the Afterglow Party
- Race bib with timing chip
- The most fun and rewarding experience you can have on Thanksgiving Eve!
*While supplies last.
What is Packet Pickup?
This is a designated time and place to pick up your race bib with disposable timing chips, race shirt, gleaux gear, and other information about the event. All registered participants will need to pick up their packet during Packet Pickup hours (November 25th 9am – 6pm, November 26th 9am – 12pm at MPCS Office) or prior to the race (November 26th 4pm – 6:35pm).
Participants ARE allowed to pick up packets for other participants.
Important Note: All race packets for individuals registered on a team will be packed together to be picked up by the team captain. Please contact your team captain to make arrangements to pick up your items. If you are participating in the “I’m Running for Camille” team, you may pick up your own packet without a team captain.
What Are the Race Award Categories?
Awards are given to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place 1 Mile participants by gender.
Awards are given to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place 5K participants by gender as follows:
- Overall
- Overall Master (ages 40-49)
- Overall Grand Master (ages 50 and over)
- Ages 6-8
- Ages 9-11
- Ages 12-14
- Ages 15-19
- Ages 20-29
- Ages 30-39
- Ages 40-49
- Ages 50-59
- Ages 60-69
- Ages 70 and over
